Villa Nueva Care Home 4
RCFE
A Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) is a non-medical residential care home licensed by California CDSS under Health & Safety Code §1560. Residents receive assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, meals, and medication management in a home-like setting. RCFEs are not hospitals or skilled nursing facilities — they do not provide round-the-clock medical care.
58 Midhill Rd · Martinez, 94553
Quick facts
Quality snapshot
Updated April 25, 2026Compared to 214 California RCFE facilities of similar size, over the last 36 months.
Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View raw inspection records →
Quality grade· click to show how this was calculated
Severity36thWeighted citations per bed
Repeats100thRepeat deficiencies as share of total
Frequency39thDeficiencies per inspection
Tick mark at 50% = peer median · higher percentile = better facility
Quality grade· click to show how this was calculated
Weighted citations per bed
Repeat deficiencies as share of total
Deficiencies per inspection
Tick mark at 50% = peer median · higher percentile = better facility
Villa Nueva Care Home 4 scores C. Better than 58% of comparable California RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY facilities. Severity: 36th percentile. Repeats: top 0%. Frequency: 39th percentile.
Each metric is converted to a 0–100 percentile within the peer set (higher = better). The composite grade averages all four. Peer set: CA / rcfe_general / small beds (214 facilities).
Citation severity over time
stableWeighted severity score per month · 24 months
Weighted score (24mo)
26
Last citation
Jun 25
Finding distribution
4 total · 36 monthsScope × Severity (CMS A–L)
The rules that apply to this facility
California Title 22 requirements for this facility, with the specific regulation and a suggested question for each.
What training are all staff required to complete?22 CCR §87411
All direct-care staff must complete:
- 10 hours initial training within the first four weeks of employment.
- 4 hours annual in-service every year thereafter.
- Administrator certificate from a CDSS-approved program — 80 hours for first-time, 40 hours renewal every 2 years.
Ask on tour: Ask when the last staff training was completed and how it's tracked.
How many staff must be on duty overnight?22 CCR §87415
Based on 6 licensed beds:
One qualified staff member must be on call and physically on premises at all times overnight.
Violation pattern to watch for:A facility that documents a staff member as "on call" but with that person physically off-site — when the law requires on-premises presence — is in violation of this section.
Ask on tour: Ask the facility to walk you through their overnight staffing plan and confirm whether on-call staff are on premises or off-site.
What health conditions can this facility legally accept or refuse?22 CCR §87612–87615
Restricted — allowed with physician order + care plan
- Supplemental oxygen
- Insulin and injectable medications
- Indwelling or intermittent catheters
- Colostomy / ileostomy
- Stage 1 and Stage 2 pressure injuries
- Wound care (non-complex)
- Incontinence
- Contractures
Prohibited — facility must refuse or discharge
- Stage 3 or Stage 4 pressure injuries
- Feeding tubes (PEG, NG, or J-tube)
- Tracheostomies
- Active MRSA or communicable infections requiring isolation
- 24-hour skilled nursing needs
- Total ADL dependence with inability to communicate needs
A hospice waiver (HSC §1569.73) can allow continued care for residents on hospice who would otherwise fall into a prohibited category.
Ask on tour: Ask whether your loved one's specific care needs are restricted or prohibited, and what the facility's process is if needs change after admission.
What must this facility report to the state — and how fast?22 CCR §87211 / WIC §15630
- ImmediateElopement, fire, epidemic outbreak, or poisoningImmediately
- 2 hoursAbuse with serious bodily injury2-hour phone report + 2-hour written report — to the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), Adult Protective Services, and law enforcement
- 24 hrsAbuse without serious bodily injuryWithin 24 hours
- Next dayDeath of a residentPhone by next working day; written within 7 days
- Next dayInjury requiring medical treatment beyond first aidPhone by next working day; written within 7 days
- WrittenBankruptcy, foreclosure, eviction, or utility shutoff noticeWritten notice to CDSS and residents — $100/day penalty (max $2,000) for failure
Your enforcement lever:Incidents that aren't reported on time are themselves a separate violation. If you believe a reportable event wasn't filed, you can submit a complaint directly to the California Department of Social Services (CDSS).
How does CDSS enforce these rules?22 CCR §87755–87777 / HSC §1569.58
- 1Notice of DeficiencyWritten citation with a correction deadline. Facility must submit a Plan of Correction.
- 2Civil PenaltyStarts at $50/day for non-serious; $150/day for serious deficiencies — immediately, with no grace period. Repeats escalate to $150 first day + $50/day, then $1,000 first day + $100/day.
- 3Suspension of AdmissionsFacility cannot accept new residents until violations are corrected.
- 4Temporary Suspension or RevocationEmergency suspension for imminent danger; full revocation after administrative hearing.
- 5Exclusion OrderAdministrator and operator can be barred from all CDSS-licensed facilities — not just this one.
See how these rules have been applied to this specific facility:
View state inspection record and citationsState records
California Dept. of Social Services · Community Care Licensing- License number
- 079201323
- License type
- RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
- License status
- LICENSED
- License expires
- Not yet indexed
- Licensed beds
- 6
- Operator
- Villa Nueva Care Home 4, Llc
Inspections & citations
3
reports on file
4
total deficiencies
2
Type A (actual harm)
Other visitJune 4, 2025Type A4 deficiencies
Plain-language summary
This was a required annual inspection on June 4, 2025, where inspectors found adequate food supplies, secure medication storage, and proper emergency preparedness, but cited the facility for a dangerously high temperature of 148.8 degrees Fahrenheit and issued two Type-A and two Type-B violations. Inspectors checked the kitchen, bedrooms, common areas, and yard, and reviewed records for five residents and five staff members. See the detailed report for information about the specific violations.
View full inspector notes
On 6/4/2025, at 12:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) James Sampair arrived unannounced to conduct this Required 1 Year inspection. Upon entry, the LPA informed Licensee Claro Villanueva of the purpose of this visit. The LPA inspected the inside and outside of the facility, which included the kitchen, dining room, common areas, bedrooms, and the back yard. An adequate amount of food supplies were observed, more than the required minimum of 2 days of perishable and 7 days of non-perishable food. The central storage for medications was locked. The cleaning supplies and dangerous objects were inaccessible to residents. The facility has working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The staff of the facility conduct disaster / emergency and fire drills on a quarterly basis. The fire extinguisher was replaced 6/4/2025. The indoor temperature was 73.9 degrees Fahrenheit. The facility was cited for the dangerously high 148.8 degrees Fahrenheit. The LPA reviewed facility records, 5 resident records, and 5 staff records. 2 Type-A and 2 Type-B citations were issued during the inspection (refer to LIC 809-D for details). Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.
Regulation
(e) Water supplies and plumbing fixtures shall be maintained as follows: (2) Faucets used by residents for personal care such as shaving and grooming shall deliver hot water. Hot water temperature controls shall be maintained to automatically regulate the temperature of hot water used by residents to attain a temperature of not less than 105 degre…
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above with the hot water that was measured at 148.8 degrees Fahrenheit, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/05/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 On or before the due date, the Administrator shall send LPA Sampair proof that the hot water has been measured to be in the safe range between 105 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
Regulation
(B) Bed rails that extend the entire length of the bed are prohibited except for residents who are currently receiving hospice care and have a hospice care plan that specifies the need for full bed rails.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 6 resident beds, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/05/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 Cleared during inspection.
Regulation
(a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in side gate and fence broken, loose board on wooden deck, screen door missing handle, and sliding glass door difficult to close, which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/11/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 On or before the due date, the Administrator shall send LPA Sampair proof that the side gate and fence broken, loose board on wooden deck, screen door missing handle, and sliding gl…
Regulation
(A) A bed rail that extends from the head half the length of the bed and used only for assistance with mobility shall be allowed.
Inspector finding
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in no physican orders for 4 of the 6 half bed rails, which poses a potential personal rights risk to persons in care. POC Due Date: 06/11/2025 Plan of Correction 1 2 3 4 On or before the due date, the Administrator shall send LPA Sampair proof that there are physician orders for all of the half bed rails.
Other visitJune 6, 2024No deficiencies
Inspector: Lori Alexander-Washington
Plain-language summary
This was a pre-licensing inspection conducted on June 6, 2024, before the facility began operating. The inspector found the home met all physical requirements: bathrooms had safety equipment like grab bars, bedrooms and common areas were properly furnished, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors worked, temperatures were appropriate, and safety supplies including a first-aid kit and fire extinguisher were in place. No issues were identified, and the inspector noted the facility appeared ready to be licensed pending final approval from the state.
View full inspector notes
On 06/06/2024 at 2:10 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lori Alexander arrived unannounced to conduct a Pre-Licensing inspection. LPA met with Caregiver, Merna Sabas and explained the purpose of the visit. Merna phoned the pending Licensees, Claro & Mylin Villanueva to inform. The facility currently has six (6) residents. LPA toured facility with Merna including but not limited to 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, garage, common areas and backyard. Bedrooms and living rooms were equipped with the proper furniture. Bathrooms were equipped with grab bars and non-skid mats. Linens and hygiene supplies were observed inside a cabinet. There is sufficient lighting throughout facility. Room temperature was maintained at 74 degrees F and hot water temperature was measured at 105 degrees F. First-aid kit was observed to be complete. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide were operational. Fire extinguisher was purchased on 05/21/2024. No issues noted during inspection. LPA observed that facility is ready to be licensed. This report will be submitted to the Central Applications Bureau (CAB) and a final review of the application will be conducted. This facility is not yet licensed and is subject to final approval by CAB. Additional requirements may still be required. Exit interview conducted and a copy of this report provided.
Other visitJune 6, 2024No deficiencies
Inspector: Lori Alexander-Washington
Plain-language summary
On June 6, 2024, a state licensing analyst conducted a training presentation with the facility's administrator covering regulations for operating and maintaining the facility. The presentation covered required operational standards, and the administrator appeared to understand the material. An exit interview was held and the administrator received a copy of the training report.
View full inspector notes
On 06/06/2024 at 7:00 PM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lori Alexander conducted a face to face Component III presentation on starting at 7:00PM. LPA conducted Component III with Licensee/Administrator, Mylin Villanueva. LPA presented Component III power point and discussed the regulations embodied in the power point. LPA observed participants gained knowledge about running and maintaining the facility in accordance with regulations. Exit interview conducted and a copy of report provided.
Federal summary
CMS Care CompareNot a CMS-certified facility
California RCFEs (residential care facilities for the elderly) are licensed by the state, not by CMS. CMS data only applies to skilled nursing facilities or to CCRCs that operate a licensed SNF wing.
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